2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | F-150 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |